{"product_id":"tea-accessories-solid-wood-tea-scoop-4-piece-gift-set","title":"Tea Accessories: Solid Wood Tea Scoop 4-Piece Gift Set","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Beauty Is in the Wood.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ovanyu Solid Wood Tea Scoop Gift Set pairs four essential tea table tools with the material that suits each one: solid hardwood, shaped by hand, finished to bring out the natural grain. The set centers on a broad, paddle-shaped tea scoop designed for presentation as much as function — wide enough to display a full measure of leaves before they enter the teapot, and balanced enough to handle comfortably. Alongside it, a narrower tea pick, a pair of cup tongs, and a compact tea rest complete the four-piece collection. Available in three wood species — walnut, ebony, and bubinga — each with its own distinct tone and grain character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree Distinctive Wood Species\u003c\/strong\u003e — Walnut offers a warm, chocolate-brown tone with fine, flowing grain. Ebony brings a near-black depth and exceptional density. Bubinga presents a rich reddish-brown with a pronounced, often figured grain that makes each piece visually unique. All three are solid hardwoods shaped and finished by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide-Body Tea Scoop for Presentation\u003c\/strong\u003e — At 17.7 × 6.5 cm, the tea scoop (cházé) is notably wider than a standard scoop, giving it a platform quality — ideal for displaying the dry leaf before brewing, whether for personal appreciation or when sharing tea with guests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTassel Cord Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e — Both the tea scoop and tea pick are fitted with a knotted cord and silk tassel — a traditional East Asian decorative accent that adds a refined, ceremonial quality to the tools without affecting their function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandcraft Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e — Each piece in the set is shaped using traditional handcraft techniques. The resulting surfaces are smooth without being uniform — they carry the subtle irregularity of hand-worked wood rather than the clinical finish of machine-produced tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Considered Gift Set\u003c\/strong\u003e — Four tools, three wood choices, and traditional decorative details make this a set that communicates genuine care — suitable as a gift for someone new to gongfu tea or someone with an established practice who appreciates quality materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Walnut, Ebony, Bubinga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet Includes (4 pieces + 1 rest):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTea Scoop \/ Cházé — 17.7 cm (L) × 6.5 cm (W), with tassel cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTea Pick \/ Chásháo — 16.5 cm (L) × 3.8 cm (W), with tassel cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCup Tongs \/ Bēi Jiā — 18 cm (L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCup Pick \/ Bēi Bō — 18.3 cm (L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTea Rest \/ Cházhěn — 7.5 cm (L) × 1.5 cm (W\/H)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional handcraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dehua, Fujian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wipe dry after use; avoid soaking; condition with food-safe wood oil occasionally to maintain the natural finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea Scoop (Cházé):\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the wide paddle to measure and display dry loose-leaf tea from your caddy before transferring it to the teapot or gaiwan. The broad surface lets you observe and appreciate the leaf appearance before brewing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea Pick (Chásháo):\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the narrower pick to guide leaves from the scoop into the teapot opening, or to adjust leaf placement inside the pot between steepings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCup Tongs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lift and handle hot cups hygienically during rinsing or when presenting cups to guests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCup Pick:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use to steady or reposition cups on the tray without direct hand contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea Rest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set the tea scoop or pick on the rest between uses to keep the tray surface clean and the tools organized.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What are the visual differences between the three wood options?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Walnut has a warm medium-brown tone with smooth, flowing grain. Ebony is significantly darker — nearly black — with a very fine, tight grain and high natural density. Bubinga is reddish-brown with a more pronounced, often interlocked grain pattern that makes each piece visually distinct. All three are solid hardwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are the tassel cords functional or purely decorative?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Primarily decorative, in keeping with traditional East Asian tea accessory aesthetics. The cord can also be used to hang the scoop or pick from a display hook if preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I care for the wood over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Wipe each piece dry after use and avoid leaving them in standing water. Applying a food-safe wood oil a few times a year will help maintain the depth of color and smoothness of all three wood types.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this set suitable as a gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The four matched pieces, tassel cord details, and choice of three premium wood species make this a gift that reflects genuine consideration — appropriate for both tea beginners and experienced practitioners.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ovanyu","offers":[{"title":"Walnut wood","offer_id":44022690971711,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ebony","offer_id":44022691004479,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bubinga","offer_id":44022691037247,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/4674\/9759\/files\/ovanyu-25-06_processed_shopify.jpg?v=1790847612","url":"https:\/\/ovanyu.com\/products\/tea-accessories-solid-wood-tea-scoop-4-piece-gift-set","provider":"榮國輝國際貿易 (香港) 有限公司","version":"1.0","type":"link"}